Serving 517 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Rusk Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Texas for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Texas state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Texas state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 24:1 is higher than the Texas state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Texas state average of 75% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 24:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in TX
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rusk Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Texas for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Rusk Elementary School's student population of 517 students has grown by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Total Students
517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Rusk Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 8,188 schools in Texas (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rusk Elementary School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.64. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3083 out of 8188 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
51%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
46%
Student : Teacher Ratio
24:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
6%
Hispanic
57%
53%
Black
5%
13%
White
27%
25%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
57%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), TX Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rusk Elementary School's ranking?
Rusk Elementary School is ranked #3083 out of 8,188 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Texas.
What schools are Rusk Elementary School often compared to?
Rusk Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bush Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% TX state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% TX state average).
How many students attend Rusk Elementary School?
517 students attend Rusk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Rusk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rusk Elementary School?
Rusk Elementary School has a student ration of 24:1, which is higher than the Texas state average of 14:1.
What grades does Rusk Elementary School offer ?
Rusk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6
What school district is Rusk Elementary School part of?
Rusk Elementary School is part of Midland Independent School District.
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